Description
Indulge your senses with these vibrant Strawberry Matcha Marble Cookies that harmoniously blend the earthy flavor of matcha green tea with the sweet, fruity essence of strawberries. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful treat for your taste buds. Their unique marbled design adds an artistic touch to dessert platters or afternoon teas, making them a fun baking project for novice and experienced bakers alike. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create these colorful cookies that will impress family and friends at gatherings or simply brighten up your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¾ cups (345g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon matcha powder
- 1 tablespoon freeze-dried strawberry powder or ½ teaspoon strawberry extract plus a drop of pink food gel
Instructions
- Cream softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture until a soft dough forms.
- Divide dough into three portions: one plain, one with matcha powder, and one with strawberry powder or extract.
- Shape cookies by layering colored doughs into triangles, rolling them gently to create swirls, then pressing them on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 11 minutes or until golden around the edges.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg